How soccer can help young men develop healthier habits: Using activities that interest young men can encourage them to adopt healthy behaviour. ShutterstockResearch has shown that young men living in poor communities are at risk of developing habits that compromise their health. Substance abuse and unsafe sex are at the top the list. Getting involved in crime and gangsterism is … [Read more...] about How soccer can help young men develop healthier habits | The Conversation
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SA News: Hope Solo suspended from US soccer team for 6 months
Hope Solo suspended from US soccer team for 6 months: Solo has been making headlines throughout her stellar career. Last month, she became the first goalkeeper with 100 international shutouts when the United States defeated South Africa 1-0 at Soldier Field in Chicago. It also was her 150th career win. Source: "South Africa" - BingNews Cricket-Australia captain Smith to … [Read more...] about SA News: Hope Solo suspended from US soccer team for 6 months
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Soccer Mom Image by Blyzz Ok, how about this: While walking with some friends, one of them points out a pregnant woman with a soccer ball drawn on her t-shirt (yes, the one in the photo above). I put the picture online, because I find it interesting. The following day I get an email from my sister in-law: (names changed to protect the innocent) > Jim! > > This … [Read more...] about Soccer Mom
SA News: Rio 2016: South American women’s soccer still fighting for respect
Rio 2016: South American women's soccer still fighting for respect: Photograph: Leo Correa/AP The women’s soccer tournament at this year’s Olympics just became more important to the hosts, with the men’s team struggling to qualify for the next stage after draws with South Africa and Iraq. South America’s other ... Source: "South Africa" - BingNews Former test player among … [Read more...] about SA News: Rio 2016: South American women’s soccer still fighting for respect
SA News: Olympics begin with Sweden beating South Africa in soccer
Olympics begin with Sweden beating South Africa in soccer: RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) — The first Olympics in Brazil are underway — aptly with a game of soccer in the sport's spiritual home. Just not a very memorable one. Sweden's women beat South Africa 1-0 in a drab group-stage game Wednesday in front of a sparse ... Source: "South Africa" - BingNews Ruling party faces … [Read more...] about SA News: Olympics begin with Sweden beating South Africa in soccer
